Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Coordinate and manage multiple Grid Code Compliance (GCC) processes for customer projects.</li><li>Act as the liaison between Client and its customers, representing both internal and external stakeholder interests.</li><li>Guide customers through compliance requirements and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Monitor the timely submission, review, and approval of compliance documentation.</li><li>Organise and lead meetings with customers, technical experts, and account managers.</li><li>Track project milestones, schedules, deadlines, and deliverables.</li><li>Identify risks, bottlenecks, and potential compliance issues, ensuring proactive resolution.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support successful grid connection projects.</li><li>Maintain clear communication and stakeholder alignment throughout the compliance process.</li></ul>Candidate Requirements Essential <ul><li>Bachelor's degree (HBO) in an engineering or technical discipline.</li><li>Minimum 3 years' experience in a coordination, project support, or compliance-focused role within a technical environment.</li><li>Strong technical understanding with the ability to interpret engineering documentation and requirements.</li><li>Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Fluent Dutch and English communication skills, both written and spoken.</li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Knowledge of electrical transmission, power systems, substations, renewable energy, or grid connection projects.</li><li>Familiarity with regulatory compliance, grid codes, or utility industry standards.</li><li>Experience working within the energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.</li></ul>Key Competencies <ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Ability to process and structure large volumes of technical information.</li><li>Excellent planning and organisational skills.</li><li>Effective stakeholder and relationship management.</li><li>Customer-focused and solution-oriented approach.</li><li>Strong communication and coordination capabilities.</li><li>Proactive mindset with a high level of ownership and accountability.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.</li></ul>

Compliance Coordinator (Grid Code Compliance

The Role The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting tender submissions across large-scale infrastructure programmes, including renewable energy, electricity transmission and distribution, EV charging infrastructure, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and utilities projects.  Working closely with operational, engineering, commercial, HSEQ, and business development teams, you will help deliver compelling, compliant, and customer-focused proposals that contribute to business growth.  Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, coordinate, and submit bids, tenders, PQQs, EOIs, and framework applications. </li><li>Support the development of high-quality written responses and proposal documentation. </li><li>Review tender requirements and ensure submissions meet client evaluation criteria. </li><li>Collaborate with technical and operational stakeholders to gather tender information. </li><li>Proofread and edit submissions to ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism. </li><li>Maintain and develop bid libraries, project case studies, CV databases, and supporting documentation. </li><li>Coordinate bid review meetings and manage contributor actions to achieve submission deadlines. </li><li>Support clarification responses, presentations, and post-tender reviews. </li><li>Monitor tender outcomes and client feedback, supporting continuous improvement initiatives. </li><li>Assist with framework call-offs and procurement portal administration. </li></ul>Experience Required Essential<ul><li>Previous experience supporting bids, tenders, or proposal submissions. </li><li>Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. </li><li>Strong attention to detail and document management capabilities. </li><li>Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. </li><li>Experience within engineering, infrastructure, energy, construction, or utilities sectors. </li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Achilles, Ariba, Jaggaer, CTM, Bravo, or In-Tend. </li><li>Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce. </li><li>Understanding of public and private sector procurement processes. </li></ul>Ideal Candidate You will be a highly organised and detail-oriented bid professional who enjoys working collaboratively across multiple departments, ensuring high-quality submissions are delivered on time while helping secure major infrastructure and energy projects.

Bid Executive

The Role As Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for developing, strengthening and managing a robust supply chain network to support a growing portfolio of energy infrastructure projects. The position will play a critical role in ensuring sufficient supplier capacity, technical capability, commercial competitiveness and geographical coverage to meet current and future business demands.  Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Assess and map existing supplier networks to identify relevant capabilities within the energy sector. </li><li>Develop a comprehensive understanding of the UK energy infrastructure supply chain. </li><li>Identify capability, capacity, geographical and technical gaps, sourcing new suppliers where required. </li><li>Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified subcontractors to support business growth. </li><li>Manage supplier onboarding processes while ensuring compliance with commercial, safety, quality and technical standards. </li><li>Develop strategic supplier partnerships and strengthen existing relationships. </li><li>Negotiate commercial terms and leverage purchasing power to achieve competitive pricing. </li><li>Support bid and tender submissions through supply chain intelligence, quotations and delivery strategies. </li><li>Implement supplier performance management processes covering safety, quality, programme delivery and commercial performance. </li><li>Monitor market conditions, supplier availability, labour constraints, pricing trends and emerging supply chain risks. </li><li>Support the transition towards increased self-delivery capability through strategic supply chain planning. </li></ul>Experience Required Essential<ul><li>Strong knowledge of the UK construction, utilities, infrastructure or energy supply chain. </li><li>Experience sourcing, onboarding, negotiating with and managing subcontractors. </li><li>Strong commercial acumen and ability to secure competitive market pricing. </li><li>Experience building strategic supplier relationships and managing supplier performance. </li><li>Understanding of supplier assurance, compliance, capability assessment and governance processes. </li><li>Experience operating within a fast-paced growth environment. </li></ul>Desirable Sector Experience<ul><li>EV Charging Infrastructure</li><li>LV & HV Electrical Infrastructure</li><li>Distribution Networks (OHL & Underground Cable)</li><li>Transmission Infrastructure</li><li>Renewable Energy</li><li>Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)</li></ul>

Supply Chain Manager

Senior Quantity Surveyor A leading infrastructure and energy services organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the successful delivery of major projects across the UK's expanding energy sector. This opportunity offers involvement in critical infrastructure programmes including electricity transmission and distribution networks, renewable energy developments, EV charging infrastructure, battery energy storage systems, solar projects, and wider energy transition initiatives. [Senior QS...- 2026 v2 | Word] The Role Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the successful candidate will take responsibility for the commercial management of major energy infrastructure projects from inception through to completion. The position focuses on maximising project performance through effective cost management, contract administration, procurement, commercial reporting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. [ Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the commercial performance of energy infrastructure projects and framework agreements.</li><li>Prepare pricing schedules and tender submissions.</li><li>Produce accurate cost forecasts, valuations, and financial reports.</li><li>Monitor project performance against budgets and commercial targets.</li><li>Administer contracts, variations, compensation events, and change control procedures.</li><li>Prepare and negotiate applications for payment, claims, and final accounts.</li><li>Manage subcontract procurement, payments, and commercial performance.</li><li>Lead commercial discussions with clients, suppliers, and project stakeholders.</li><li>Identify and mitigate commercial risks across multiple projects.</li><li>Support delivery teams with commercial guidance and expertise.</li><li>Develop robust cost control, forecasting, and reporting processes.</li><li>Ensure contractual compliance and governance requirements are met.</li><li>Mentor and support the development of junior commercial team members.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement and business growth initiatives. </li></ul>Experience Required Essential <ul><li>Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline.</li><li>Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the Energy, Utilities, Power, or Infrastructure sectors.</li><li>Strong knowledge of commercial management and contract administration.</li><li>Experience with NEC, JCT, ICE, and bespoke contract forms.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects or framework contracts simultaneously.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.</li><li>Excellent financial analysis, stakeholder management, and communication skills. </li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Experience working on electricity Transmission & Distribution projects.</li><li>Renewable energy, solar, battery storage, or EV charging project experience.</li><li>Knowledge of utility frameworks and regulated environments.</li><li>RICS membership or progress towards chartership. </li></ul>Ideal Background Candidates with experience supporting major utility, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, civil engineering, or infrastructure frameworks will be particularly well suited to this opportunity.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Overview We are seeking an experienced Cable Project Manager to lead the delivery of 132kV cable infrastructure projects across the UK. The successful candidate will manage the full project lifecycle from design and planning through construction, testing, commissioning and energisation, ensuring delivery to programme, budget, safety and quality requirements. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the delivery of HV/EHV cable projects from inception through to completion.</li><li>Manage project programmes, budgets, forecasts and resource requirements.</li><li>Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design, commercial, construction and commissioning functions.</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders.</li><li>Oversee subcontractors, suppliers and specialist cable installation teams.</li><li>Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, industry standards and company procedures.</li><li>Review and approve RAMS, project documentation and construction programmes.</li><li>Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.</li><li>Lead project meetings and provide regular progress reporting.</li><li>Ensure successful testing, commissioning and energisation of cable systems.</li><li>Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance.</li><li>Support commercial management, change control and NEC contract administration.</li></ul>Essential Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience delivering 66kV, 132kV, 275kV or 400kV cable infrastructure projects.</li><li>Strong understanding of transmission and distribution networks.</li><li>Experience managing cable route construction and installation activities.</li><li>Knowledge of cable jointing, testing and commissioning processes.</li><li>Experience working under NEC contracts.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and client-facing skills.</li><li>Good understanding of CDM Regulations and UK Health & Safety legislation.</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing budgets, schedules and project performance</li></ul>

Cable Project Manager

Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Manager / Site Manager to oversee the delivery of high-voltage infrastructure projects across a regional transmission network. Working as the client's on-site representative, you will be responsible for managing safety, quality, programme delivery, contractor performance, and stakeholder coordination throughout the construction phase of multiple projects. This role sits within a team responsible for delivering new-build, refurbishment, asset replacement, maintenance, and network expansion projects that support critical energy infrastructure. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and facilitate construction and site coordination meetings.</li><li>Act as the client's on-site representative during project execution.</li><li>Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all activities.</li><li>Conduct regular site inspections and workplace safety audits.</li><li>Review engineering designs and develop execution, phasing, inspection, and implementation plans.</li><li>Coordinate operational permits, outages, and access requirements.</li><li>Manage internal and external project resources, including contractors, supervisors, and specialist vendors.</li><li>Oversee construction activities from preparation through to handover.</li><li>Inspect, review, and accept completed works.</li><li>Prepare progress reports, construction updates, and stakeholder communications.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery programmes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with technical specifications, contractual obligations, HSE requirements, and sustainability targets.</li><li>Coordinate successful handover of completed assets to operations and maintenance teams.</li></ul>Required Qualifications & Experience Essential<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Infrastructure, Energy, Industrial Automation, or a related discipline.</li><li>Minimum 2 years' experience delivering construction, maintenance, refurbishment, or infrastructure projects within a technical environment.</li><li>Experience supervising contractors and site-based activities.</li><li>Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation.</li><li>Experience working under construction contracts, preferably including design-and-build frameworks.</li><li>Valid site safety certification (or willingness to obtain).</li><li>Experience leading, coaching, and coordinating construction teams and contractors.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience within:<ul><li>High-voltage substations</li><li>Transmission & Distribution (T&D)</li><li>Utilities</li><li>Renewable energy projects</li><li>Industrial infrastructure environments</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of outage planning and operational interfaces within live network environments.</li></ul>Project Details<ul><li>Location: Hybrid working with regular site presence required.</li><li>Duration: Approximately 6 months.</li><li>Hours: 32-40 hours per week.</li><li>Start Date: ASAP.</li><li>Extension: Not currently anticipated.</li><li>Screening: Successful candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening and provide evidence of identity prior to commencement.</li></ul>

Construction Manager / Site Manager (High Voltage Infrastructure)

An established European electricity transmission operator is seeking an experienced Project Communications Advisor to support the delivery of strategic high-voltage infrastructure projects in the North-East Netherlands. This role will be responsible for stakeholder engagement, public communications, and participation activities for projects that are critical to the energy transition and future electricity security. Working within a multidisciplinary project environment, you will collaborate closely with project managers, environmental specialists, regional coordinators, government authorities, businesses, and local communities. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and implement communication strategies for major infrastructure and energy projects.</li><li>Manage stakeholder engagement and community participation activities.</li><li>Organize and facilitate public consultations, information sessions, and stakeholder meetings.</li><li>Prepare and deliver communication materials, including:<ul><li>Press releases</li><li>Community newsletters and resident communications</li><li>Project updates</li><li>Website and digital content</li></ul></li><li>Coordinate communications between project teams, governmental organizations, businesses, and affected communities.</li><li>Provide communication and stakeholder management advice to project teams.</li><li>Ensure consistent, transparent, and effective messaging across all channels.</li><li>Support projects operating within politically and socially sensitive environments.</li></ul>Required Experience<ul><li>Minimum 5 years' experience as a Communications Advisor or Communications Manager.</li><li>Demonstrated experience supporting infrastructure, utilities, energy, or transmission projects.</li><li>Proven track record in stakeholder engagement, community relations, and public consultation.</li><li>Experience working within politically sensitive or public-sector environments.</li><li>Strong understanding of online and offline communication channels.</li><li>Experience using communication management platforms and tools.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Dutch.</li><li>Ability to balance multiple stakeholder interests and provide strategic advice.</li><li>Proactive, independent, and results-driven approach.</li></ul>Preferred Background<ul><li>High-voltage transmission, power grid, renewable energy, or utility sector experience.</li><li>Development and execution of communication strategies for complex projects.</li><li>Delivery of stakeholder engagement programmes and participation processes.</li><li>Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.</li><li>Strong relationship management skills across public and private sector stakeholders.</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline.</li></ul>Additional Information<ul><li>Hybrid working arrangement with approximately one day per week in the office and the remainder remote.</li><li>Attendance at public meetings and stakeholder engagement events is required.</li><li>Contract extension may be possible.</li><li>Pre-employment screening and background verification required before commencement.</li><li>Applicants must be available for the full contract period.</li></ul>Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be an experienced communications professional with a strong background in infrastructure or energy projects, capable of building trust with stakeholders, managing public-facing communications, and supporting the successful delivery of strategically important electricity transmission projects. They will combine excellent communication skills with political awareness, stakeholder management expertise, and a practical, hands-on approach.

Project Communications Advisor

Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead the next phase of growth for a strategic customer loyalty and engagement programme. This high-impact role requires a commercially minded leader who can combine customer insight, CRM expertise, digital innovation, and stakeholder engagement to drive increased customer loyalty, retention, and long-term value. The successful candidate will develop the programme's long-term vision, identify growth opportunities, align business stakeholders, and ensure delivery of measurable business outcomes through close collaboration with marketing, commercial, digital, data, and technology teams. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and execute a multi-year loyalty and customer engagement strategy and roadmap.</li><li>Identify, evaluate, and implement new customer propositions and commercial opportunities.</li><li>Align stakeholders across Marketing, Commercial, Digital, Data, Technology, and Leadership functions.</li><li>Build business cases and provide recommendations on strategic investments and priorities.</li><li>Define, monitor, and optimise key performance indicators, including:<ul><li>Customer retention and churn</li><li>Engagement and participation</li><li>Customer lifetime value</li><li>Programme effectiveness</li></ul></li><li>Establish strong relationships with senior stakeholders and executive leadership.</li><li>Drive cross-functional initiatives that support programme growth and customer value creation.</li><li>Act as the business lead and strategic partner to Agile delivery teams responsible for digital implementation.</li><li>Ensure strategic objectives are translated into actionable deliverables and measurable results.</li></ul>Required Experience<ul><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in Loyalty, CRM, Customer Engagement, Customer Value Management, or a related field.</li><li>Proven success in launching, scaling, or transforming loyalty programmes or customer value propositions.</li><li>Strong commercial and marketing background within a B2C environment.</li><li>Experience leading strategic programmes within complex organisations.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and executive leadership teams.</li><li>Strong experience developing business cases, strategic roadmaps, and investment proposals.</li><li>Highly analytical and data-driven, with experience using customer insights and performance metrics to drive decision-making.</li><li>Experience managing programme KPIs and performance measurement frameworks.</li></ul>Preferred Experience<ul><li>Experience working within Agile environments.</li><li>Background as a Product Owner or close collaboration with Product and Technology teams.</li><li>Experience within one or more of the following sectors:<ul><li>Energy & Utilities</li><li>Retail</li><li>Telecommunications</li><li>Financial Services</li></ul></li></ul>Key Skills & Competencies<ul><li>Strategic leadership and commercial thinking.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.</li><li>Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation capabilities.</li><li>Ability to create alignment without formal authority.</li><li>Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on identifying and realising opportunities.</li><li>Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.</li><li>Ability to simplify complex issues and communicate concise recommendations.</li><li>Highly self-aware, adaptable, and results-oriented.</li></ul>Ideal Candidate You are an experienced loyalty, CRM, or customer engagement leader who has successfully grown customer programmes and delivered measurable commercial impact. You are comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels, influencing senior leaders, and bringing together diverse teams to achieve shared objectives. Essential Requirement<ul><li>Loyalty Programmes</li><li>CRM</li><li>Customer Engagement</li><li>Customer Value Management</li><li>Roadmap Development</li><li>Stakeholder Management</li><li>Business Case Development</li><li>Customer Retention</li><li>Digital Transformation</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Energy & Utilities</li><li>Product Ownership</li><li>Agile Delivery</li><li>Commercial Strategy</li><li>Customer Experience (CX)</li></ul>

Senior Program Manager Loyalty

The Protection & Controls Engineer will support the design, configuration, testing, and commissioning of protection and control systems for utility transmission and substation projects. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, construction, and commissioning teams to deliver safe, reliable, and compliant electrical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop protection and control schemes for transmission and substation facilities.</li><li>Perform relay settings calculations and coordination studies.</li><li>Configure and commission SEL, GE Multilin, Siemens, Hitachi Energy and ABB protection relays.</li><li>Prepare one-line diagrams, wiring schematics, panel layouts and cable schedules.</li><li>Support SCADA integration and communications design.</li><li>Participate in FAT, SAT, commissioning and energization activities.</li><li>Ensure designs comply with utility, NERC, IEEE and IEC standards.</li><li>Support outage planning and utility coordination.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.</li><li>5+ years of utility transmission or substation experience.</li><li>Experience with 69kV to 500kV systems.</li><li>Knowledge of SEL relays, RTAC, ASPEN, ETAP and IEC-61850.</li><li>EPC project experience preferred.</li></ul>

Protection & Controls Engineer

A global engineering consultancy specialising in complex power system challenges, dedicated to providing high-quality solutions for the energy transition. Our multidisciplinary team of experts offers strategic, technical, and regulatory advice across all fields related to power transmission, as well as specialist solutions to a diverse international client base in the power sector. Your function We wish to reinforce our team working on Power System Operations and Security in the context of deep integration of renewable energy sources and Energy/Balancing Market Integration. To achieve this, we are looking for experienced professionals with expertise in transmission system operation. These experts will participate in local and international projects focusing on RES integration, security of supply, sustainability and economic efficiency of Power Systems. Typical activities involve (but are not limited to): <ul><li>Analysis and definition of operational principles;</li><li>Model definition and validation;</li><li>Steady-state analysis (load flow, short circuit calculations, etc.);</li><li>Dynamic stability analysis (frequency, voltage stability, etc.);</li><li>Grid Code requirement and connection compliance studies;</li><li>Support the analysis and evaluation of grid reliability and security (e.g., capacity calculation, balancing, operational planning);</li><li>Support business development teams in identifying and pursuing opportunities by establishing trusted relationships with clients and developing proposals.</li></ul> Your profile <ul><li>Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Mathematics/Physics;</li><li>10 years of experience in Power System Operations and Security (balancing and RES system integration, system operation and state-of-the-art technological solutions);</li><li>Expertise in translating complex data into key strategic insights and valuable actions;</li><li>Knowledge of power system simulation tools (PowerFactory, PSSE);</li><li>Fluent in English;</li><li>Additional language skills are considered a strong asset.</li></ul>

Senior Power System Expert

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Field Technician to support installation, auditing, scanning, and site-based technical activities across the UK and Ireland. The ideal candidate will be hands‑on, safety‑conscious, and comfortable working independently at client sites while representing the company with professionalism. This role includes frequent travel and occasional international assignments. Key Responsibilities Installation & Site Operations <ul><li>Prepare and coordinate site installation phases, including logistics, safety compliance, and site access arrangements.</li><li>Conduct pre‑installation activities, ensuring all resources, tools, and documentation are in place.</li><li>Install and assemble systems at client facilities in line with technical specifications and quality standards.</li><li>Ensure projects are executed successfully, meeting deadlines, client expectations, and safety requirements.</li></ul>Technical Activities <ul><li>Perform on‑site SF6 audits with high accuracy.</li><li>Carry out 3D scanning operations, ensuring precision and correct data capture.</li><li>Troubleshoot technical issues during installation and propose effective, timely solutions.</li><li>Maintain, calibrate, and manage tools, scanning devices, and technical instruments.</li></ul>Reporting & Feedback <ul><li>Provide structured and accurate feedback from field operations to support continuous improvement.</li><li>Produce clear, detailed intervention reports after each site visit.</li><li>Supply engineering and design teams with accurate site data and documentation.</li></ul>Client Engagement <ul><li>Liaise with clients on-site, acting as a professional representative of the company.</li><li>Support strong customer relationships through excellent communication and service delivery.</li></ul>Travel Requirements <ul><li>Travel extensively across the UK & Ireland based on weekly project schedules.</li><li>Participate in occasional overseas missions when required.</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities (Enhanced Scope) <ul><li>Conduct site surveys and feasibility assessments before project execution.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UK health & safety standards (RAMS, risk assessments, method statements).</li><li>Participate in internal training sessions and contribute to knowledge‑sharing across teams.</li></ul>

Field Technician

Client Representative – HDD Cable Projects <ol><li> Role Purpose</li></ol>The Client Representative acts as the on-site delegated authority for the client, ensuring HDD cable installation activities are executed safely, to specification, on schedule, and in compliance with contractual, environmental, and regulatory requirements. The role involves oversight, assurance, and coordination—not hands on operation.   <ol><li> Core Technical Competencies</li></ol>2.1 Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Knowledge <ul><li>Understanding of HDD principles: pilot hole drilling, steering, reaming, pullback.</li><li>Knowledge of bore path design, allowable bend radii for cables/ducts, and geotechnical factors.</li><li>Familiarity with HDD equipment, drilling fluids, recycling systems, pullback rigs, tracking systems.</li><li>Ability to review and validate method statements, execution plans, and risk assessments.</li><li>Understanding of drilling fluid properties, returns monitoring, inadvertent fluid release (IFR/frac-out) risk, and mitigation.</li><li>Awareness of HDD-specific failure modes (lost circulation, frac-outs, stuck pipe, over-pull, tooling failure).</li></ul>2.2 Cable Installation Competence <ul><li>Base level knowledge of cable pull calculations, tensile limits, sidewall pressure limits.</li><li>Familiarity with duct installation, conduit integrity checks, swabbing, mandrel testing, and proofing.</li><li>Interface management between HDD works and electrical cable installation teams.</li></ul>2.3 Geotechnical & Survey Understanding <ul><li>Ability to interpret geotechnical reports, soil logs, ground conditions, rock strength.</li><li>Understanding of survey data, as-built requirements, bore tracking systems (e.g., Walkover, Gyro, Wireline).</li></ul>2.4 Construction & Quality Assurance <ul><li>Knowledge of typical HDD QA/QC deliverables:</li></ul>o             Pre- and post-reaming logs o             Drilling fluid logs o             Pullback records o             Alignment reports and as-builts <ul><li>Familiarity with relevant standards, i.e:</li></ul>o             UKSTT (United Kingdom Society for Trenchless Technology) Guidance o             EN 16228 Seriesv o             DCA (Drill Contractors Association) Technical Guidelines o             API RP 13 (drilling fluids) o             ASTM F1962 (conduit installation) o             Industry HDD best practice guides (e.g., NASTT, UKOOG where relevant)   <ol><li> HSE Competencies</li></ol>3.1 Safety Leadership <ul><li>Strong understanding of client HSE expectations and ability to enforce site safety culture.</li><li>Competence in permit-to-work, site inductions, toolbox talks, and Safe Job Analysis (SJA).</li><li>Hazard recognition specific to HDD:</li></ul>o             High pull operations o             Drilling fluid management o             Pipe handling and rig-up/rig-down risks o             Confined space and pressure systems 3.2 Environmental Management <ul><li>Knowledge of environmental controls:</li></ul>o             Drilling fluid containment o             Spill response procedures o             Waste management o             Watercourse/shoreline protection (if applicable) <ul><li>Competence in managing Inadvertent Fluid Release (IFR) incidents.</li></ul>3.3 Regulatory Compliance <ul><li>Awareness of national and local regulatory requirements related to:</li></ul>o             Land access o             Permits for drilling works o             Environmental compliance o             Cable transmission/utility guidelines   <ol><li> Project & Contract Management Competencies</li></ol>4.1 Contractor Oversight <ul><li>Ability to monitor contractor performance against:</li></ul>o             Method statements o             Risk assessments o             Daily progress plans o             Quality documentation <ul><li>Ability to identify deviations and escalate/stop work when required.</li></ul>4.2 Progress Monitoring & Reporting <ul><li>Daily reporting on:</li></ul>o             Meterage drilled o             Drilling parameters o             Issues, risks, incidents o             Equipment downtime <ul><li>Schedule awareness and ability to track critical path activities.</li></ul>  <ol><li> Stakeholder & Communication Competencies</li></ol>5.1 Communication Skills <ul><li>Clear communication between client, contractor, landowners, environmental regulators, and cable installation teams.</li><li>Ability to translate technical issues for non-technical audiences.</li></ul>5.2 Conflict Resolution & Issue Management <ul><li>Skilled at managing disagreements between contractor crews and client expectations.</li><li>Ability to calmly and effectively enforce requirements without escalating unnecessarily.</li></ul>  <ol><li> Personal Competencies & Behaviours</li></ol><ul><li>Integrity and willingness to represent the client objectively.</li><li>Assertiveness balanced with professionalism.</li><li>Attention to detail, especially in reviewing critical parameters.</li><li>Decision making with clear technical justification.</li><li>Adaptability, especially in challenging field conditions.</li><li>Proactive risk identification.</li></ul>  <ol><li> Minimum Qualifications & Experience</li></ol>7.1 Education/Certification <ul><li>Engineering, construction, telecommunications, or relevant technical background.</li><li>Recommended certifications:</li></ul>o             IOSH/NEBOSH or equivalent HSE certification. o             NASTT HDD Good Practices or industry-recognised HDD training. o             Confined space, lifting operations, first aid (depending on environment). 7.2 Experience <ul><li>Typically 3–5 years experience in:</li></ul>o             HDD operations OR o             Trenchless construction oversight OR o             Cable installation projects <ul><li>At least 1–2 successful HDD cable projects completed in a supervisory/representative role.</li></ul>

HDD Client Representative

Provide marine warranty and technical assurance services for subsea cable transportation, installation, burial, repair, and offshore construction activities. Responsible for reviewing marine operations, assessing vessel suitability, mitigating project risks, and supporting safe execution of offshore cable projects. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review and approve marine operation procedures and method statements.</li><li>Conduct vessel suitability and marine spread assessments.</li><li>Review cable lay, burial, shore-end pull-in, and repair methodologies.</li><li>Assess transportation, loadout, and installation activities.</li><li>Monitor critical offshore operations and verify compliance with approved procedures.</li><li>Review risk assessments, weather criteria, and contingency plans.</li><li>Produce technical reports, recommendations, and approval documentation.</li><li>Liaise with developers, contractors, vessel operators, and insurers.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Significant experience in offshore marine operations and subsea cable installation.</li><li>Strong knowledge of export, array, HVDC, or HVAC cable projects.</li><li>Experience with offshore wind, interconnector, or subsea infrastructure projects.</li><li>Familiarity with marine assurance, warranty survey, and offshore installation practices.</li><li>Offshore certification and willingness to travel offshore as required.</li></ul>Deliverables<ul><li>Marine operation reviews.</li><li>Vessel suitability assessments.</li><li>Risk and compliance evaluations.</li><li>Offshore attendance reports.</li><li>Technical approval documentation.</li><li>Certificates of approval where applicable.</li></ul>

Marine Warranty Surveyor

With 3 years of experience in the Renewable Energy sector, David joins our EarthSteam team as a Principal Consultant.

David Griffiths